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Ideas for Architecture, Construction, and Design Internship Opportunities

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Sawhorse Revolution teaching construction, building community at same time By Josh Kerns, KIRO Radio Reporter   A student works with her mentor in the non-profit Sawhorse Revolution, which teaches high school students construction skills while building structures for the community.   We hear all the time about how underprivileged young people badly need job skills, […]

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Ask These Types of Questions When Interviewing Interns

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  Hiring is perhaps the most important part of working with interns.  Remember, you can teach new skills and specific techniques but you can’t teach character.  Look for an intern who shares your core beliefs.  Ask a variety of questions to get to know more about the applicant you are interviewing.   Basic Interview Questions:

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Employers Also Have Internship Rights

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  The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) defines the term “employ” very broadly as including to “suffer or permit to work.” Covered and non-exempt individuals who are “suffered or permitted” to work must be compensated under the law for the services they perform for an employer.  Internships in the “for-profit” private sector will most often

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Don’t Hire An Intern When You’re Desperate

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  Hiring is the most important component of your internship program.  Please don’t rush the hiring process.  Finding the right intern can help you increase your productivity and profits while training the next generation of super employees.   I understand that you are busy and need additional support. I understand that you may be so

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This Will Make You A Horrible Internship Manager

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  A quality internship offers the opportunity to acquire practical experience in an environment with an experienced professional. Interns in this setting are able to develop professional connections and meet their learning objectives.   Don’t be a horrible internship manager. Avoid these 10 things if you want to offer a quality internship opportunity. Don’t provide

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5 Tips For Offering A Great Internship Opportunity

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The probability of attracting the best and brightest interns is increased when you offer a valuable learning experience.   Determine why you need an intern and set clear internship goals.   Be clear and consistent in your expectations of interns.   Always explain to interns how they will contribute to the team environment and help

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Get Hired As An Intern: Land the Internship of Your Dreams Ebook

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  Get Hired As An Intern: Land the Internship of Your Dreams Kindle Edition   The economy and job market continue to evolve, yet internships are still a viable option to gain practical work experience and stand out in the crowd – perhaps now more than ever. As an emerging professional striving for economic self-sufficiency,

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